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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Suzanne Wrack at Wembley

Sarina Wiegman ‘happy’ with England team selection despite Germany defeat

Sarina Wiegman gives instructions to Lauren Hemp.
Sarina Wiegman gives instructions to Lauren Hemp. Photograph: Matthew Childs/Action Images/Reuters

Sarina Wiegman hit back at criticism of her team selection for England’s 4-3 friendly defeat by Germany at Wembley saying she is “not going to make changes just for the sake of it”.

England began with a familiar starting XI in London, which had prompted questions about the manager’s decision to seemingly prioritise experience over form. Aggie Beever-Jones, Grace Clinton, Maya Le Tissier, Alex Greenwood and Jess Park, who have all been performing well for their respective clubs, were all named on the bench for the visit of Germany.

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